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BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza Recipe

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This BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza combines crispy, buttery French bread with tangy BBQ sauce, tender shredded chicken, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh red onions. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for a quick dinner or casual gathering.

Ingredients

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Base and Spread

  • 1 loaf French bread
  • 4 tablespoons butter (softened)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce

Toppings

  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • Fresh cilantro (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350˚F (175˚C) to prepare for toasting and baking the pizza.
  2. Prepare the Bread: Slice the French bread in half horizontally. Spread softened butter evenly on each half and sprinkle the garlic salt over the buttered surfaces. Place the halves on a baking sheet and bake for 5-8 minutes until the bread tops are toasty and edges are golden brown, providing a crispy base.
  3. Add Sauce and Toppings: Remove the toasted bread from the oven. Spread the BBQ sauce evenly on each bread half. Sprinkle about 1/4 of the shredded cheddar cheese on the sauce, then layer on the shredded chicken. Top with the remaining cheese and scatter thinly sliced red onions over the top for added flavor and crunch.
  4. Bake the Pizza: Return the loaded bread halves to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese has fully melted and toppings are heated through.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the pizzas from the oven and sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro over the top. Serve immediately while hot and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce before baking.
  • You can substitute the shredded chicken with cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
  • Use your favorite BBQ sauce type—sweet, smoky, or spicy—to customize the flavor.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated, but are best enjoyed fresh.
  • To make this recipe gluten free, substitute the French bread with a gluten-free baguette or bread alternative.

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